Ilford started marketing this paper in Canada in early 2018. Their Canadian distributor, having seen my reviews of several other washi-type papers, suggested I may wish to have a look at this one. I did, and I liked what I saw, so I decided to write it up and share with you my observations, admittedly “a bit” later on in time!

Ilford describes the product as a fine art paper with a traditional Washi Japanese base and a finely textured surface consisting of an Ilford inkjet coating. It was made to have “the look and feel of Japanese hand-made paper”, contains no optical brighteners and is acid-free. The weight is 110gsm. In North America it is available in six sheet sizes and two roll sizes; sheet: 4”x6”, 5”x7”, US Letter, 11”x17”, A3+ and 17”x22”; roll: 24”x 49’ and 44”x49’. It’s profile for the Epson SC-P5000 printer is keyed to Epson USFAP.

As usual, I present my statistical findings based on profile measurements and test target prints, followed by an assessment of pr...